Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $649 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 68/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 2,409,744); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is noticeably lighter (201g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
- Cheaper at launch: $649 vs $1999
- Better camera (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 2409744
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Lighter: 201g vs 229g
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 5 points higher (73/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro leads (66/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro — 50/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100. In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (74/100 vs 32/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2409744 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 2480x1116 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1600 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×76.4×8.9 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 229 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $649 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x1116
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro by 28.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1350. Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro was $1350 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (96/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 80/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro (74/100 vs 32/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 edges out the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Nubia Red Magic 9 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.